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LO08 LVY

2008 Lifan Lf 125 T-9A

Purple Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

3,625 mi
Last recorded3,625 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Lifan Lf 125 T-9A3,019 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 LVY
MakeLifan
ModelLf 125 T-9A
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 3,625 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective loose. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

rear brake lever pivot nut missing.

Fail 24 Nov 2025 3,625 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective loose. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

rear brake lever pivot nut missing.

Pass 28 Nov 2024 1,717 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Fail 28 Nov 2024 1,716 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

front tyre underinflated.

Pass 28 Mar 2019 1,603 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Jul 2015 864 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 85 miles

How Reliable is the Lifan Lf 125 T-9A?

Based on 546 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
292
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 12
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 11
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LO08 LVY is a 2008 Lifan Lf 125 T-9A in Purple with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Lifan Lf 125 T-9A models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 3,019 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lifan Lf 125 T-9A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LO08 LVY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lifan Lf 125 T-9A typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Lifan Lf 125 T-9A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LO08 LVY registered?

LO08 LVY is a 2008 Lifan Lf 125 T-9A, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is LO08 LVY safe to buy?

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